After a long illness, it is with great sadness, but also peace, that we announce the passing of Katherine Lock on January 4, 2023.
Kathie is survived by her husband Dennis, daughters Kathie-Lynn and Beth, son-in-law Dan, granddaughter Lilah, brother Thomas, sister Leona, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Kathie was predeceased by her father Farquhar, mother Agnes, sister Margaret, and sister-in-laws Lucille and Eileen.
She was born on March 21, 1945 in Meadow Lake, SK, the third child of Agnes and Farquhar McRae. She graduated from Carpenter High School in 1963.
This was followed by her first job where she taught a grade three class at the Catholic school. A few weeks later when a certified teacher arrived in town she was replaced.
Following her teaching experience Kathie began working at the Royal Bank. In 1966, she moved to Edmonton, AB where she lived with Margaret and her family while working at the Royal Bank and CIBC branches. When her younger sister and mother moved to Alberta in 1968 she joined them in Edmonton, Wetaskiwin, and St. Albert.
Dennis Lock and Kathie married in St. Albert on May 17, 1975 and made their home in Kamloops, BC. Kathie found great joy in being a mother and wife. She was a great homemaker. When her girls were school age, Kathie started working in the office at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School (OLPH). After several years in this job she worked in retail, including Peoples Jewellers.
Kathie was a favourite aunt and thoughtful friend to many. She was always a caring, kind and prayerful lady.
The family would like to thank Dr. Stefanuk and the staff of the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home for the care and comfort provided to Kathie in her final days. Also a special thank you is extended to Father Rajesh Madtha from OLPH who came to administer the sacrament of the sick both at home and at the Hospice.
A memorial mass will be held on May 20, 2023 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Kathie’s honour to a charity of your choice.
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Jim &Jean Campbell
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for Kathy and family.
Florence Tellier
My sincere condolences to Dennis, Kathy-Lynn, Beth and family. May she now rest in peace. Florence Tellier
Linda and Doug
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you during this difficult time… we have many memories during our time as neighbors and friend.
Corie McRae
Sending You so much love my cousins Kathy Lynn and Beth. So glad she’s at peace now. Hopefully my Dad her brother will join her soon. He needs peace too. I hope the pain of losing her is not too intense and the relief that she’s in a better place gives you solace. May your hearts know peace
Miriam Cavani
I was so sad to see Kathie’s obituary in the paper. So much time has passed since I last saw Kathie, way back at OLPH, but I have wonderful, fond memories of working with her. Many laughs and knowing smiles were shared. Kathie was a wonderful person. Keep her spirit alive in your hearts and minds by sharing your memories. Her beautiful smile will carry on in Kathie-Lynn and Beth. Take care of yourselves.
Sincerely,
Miriam